What is the cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo?

The cheapest way to get from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo is to bus which costs ¥90 - ¥130 and takes 3h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo?

The fastest way to get from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs ¥170 - ¥260.

Is there a direct bus between Shanghai and Zhejiang Ningbo?

No, there is no direct bus from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo. However, there are services departing from Shanghai South and arriving at Ningbo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Shanghai and Zhejiang Ningbo?

No, there is no direct train from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo. However, there are services departing from South Shaanxi Road and arriving at Chenghuangmiao via Shanghai Hongqiao and Ningbao station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo?

The distance between Shanghai and Zhejiang Ningbo is 329 km. The road distance is 210.5 km.

How do I travel from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo without a car?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥110 - ¥250.

How long does it take to get from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo bus from?

Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Shanghai South station.

Where do I catch the Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo train from?

Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Shanghai Hongqiao station.

Train or bus from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo?

The best way to get from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs ¥110 - ¥250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥90 - ¥130 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo bus arrive?

Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Ningbo station.

Where does the Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo train arrive?

Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Ningbo station.

Can I drive from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo?

Yes, the driving distance between Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo.

Where can I stay near Zhejiang Ningbo?

There are 120+ hotels available in Zhejiang Ningbo.

Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Ningbotrain Cangnan / ...
3h 4m
¥116–248
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shanghai South to Ningbobus
3h 49m
¥92–128
Drive 210.5 km
1. Drive from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbocar 210.5 km
2h 17m
¥179–259
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shanghai to Zhejiang Ningbotaxi 210.5 km
2h 17m
¥600–800
Bus via Yuyao
1. Take the bus from Shanghai South to Yuyaobus
2. Take the bus from Yuyao to Ningbo Southbus
4h 55m
¥102–190

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Distance: 329.3 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Shanghai, China and Zhejiang Ningbo, China?

China Railways G-Class operates a train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Ningbo hourly. Tickets cost ¥140–160 and the journey takes 1h 57m. China Railways D-Class also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, China Bus Guide operates a bus from Shanghai South to Ningbo every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ¥85–120 and the journey takes 3h.

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